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1 GIAMBOTTA PIZZA CASE# COA.FG.SPR Ill ,..., I 1' VILLAGE OP PLAINFIELD REPORT SUMMARY Michael P. Collins PRE IDD/T Michelle Gibas \'lllace CLERK TRUSTEES Margie Bonuchi Bill Lamb Cally Larson Lany D. Newton Edward O'Rourke Brian Wojowski SUMMARY,,., The applicant is seeking Board approval of a certificate of appropriateness and site plan review for exterior building modifications at W. Lockport Street. The applicant is the tenant to the subject building and approval has been granted from the property owner for the proposed improvements. ISSUES The property is located in the Downtown Historic District and TIF district. The subject house is a Greek Revival house, that is one of few remaining in the Village. The proposed modifications of the front (south) elevation include removing the window awnings, replacing the window panes, painting the siding and shutters, new signage and lighting, widening the front door, and reconfiguring the front patio seating area. The Plan Commission recommended voted 5-0 to recommend approval of the site plan review. The Historic Preservation Commission voted 5-3 to recommend approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness, with stipulations to be addressed in a Letter of Agreement. RECOMMENDATION In conclusion, staff is confident that these modifications will preserve the historic integrity of the building, while modernizing it for a commercial use. Staff would like to note that the applicant has been very receptive to staff and commissioner recommendations, and is open to any further suggestions the Board may have. Staff supports the applicant's proposed exterior modifications, including the site plan review, and certificate of appropriateness. Should the Village Board concur, the following motions are offered for your consideration: Site Plan Review I move we approve the site plan review for Giambotta Pizza located at W. Lockport Street, subject to the following two (2) stipulations: 1. Compliance with the requirements of the Village Engineer; and 2. Compliance with the requirements of the Plainfield Fire Protection District. Certificate of Appropriateness I move we approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for the proposed exterior modifications of the property commonly known as W. Lockport Street, subject to execution of a Letter of Agreement between the Village, Historic Preservation Commission and the applicant. Kendra Kuehlem W. Lockport Plainfield, IL Phone (815) Fax (815) Web

2 TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: mm U,,,wi_, , O,, 1-1i ' 1 = VILLAGE OF PLAINFIELD PRESIDENT COLLINS and BOARD OF TRUSTEES KENDRA KUEHLEM, ASSOCIATE PLANNER f_- X. AUGUST 15, ] 'v REPORT TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES GIAMBOTTA PIZZA CASE# COA.FG.SPR Michael P Collins!'RESIDENT Michelle Giba.s VILU..GE CLERK TRUSTEES Margie Bonuchi Bill Lamb Cally Larson Larry D. Newton Edward O'Rourke Brian Wojowski REQUEST: LOCATION: Site Plan Review, Certificate of Appropriateness W. Lockport Street APPLICANT: CURRENT ZONING: COMP. PLAN: Robert Rovito B5- Traditional Business District Medium Density Residential DISCUSSION The applicant is seeking Board approval of a certificate of appropriateness and site plan review for exterior building modifications to update their restaurant, currently known as Volar, for a new restaurant, Giambotta. Due to the magnitude of the modifications proposed, staff scheduled the project for formal site plan review. The case went before the Plan Commission for a recommendation on the site plan review, as well as the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) for a recommendation of a Certificate of Appropriateness. The applicant is a tenant to the subject site and approval has been granted from the property owner for the proposed improvements. The applicant will also be applying for Board approval of a fac;ade grant at a future date. Existing Conditions/Site Context Currently, the building is utilized as a restaurant with outdoor seating in front. The subject site is located just north of S. Fox River Street, in the downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district, and Downtown Historic District. The parcel is approximately 19,821 square feet with an existing two-story building that was once a house, with an attached porch. The Plainfield Historic Urbanized Core Survey from 2005 states that the subject house is a Gabled Ell Greek Revival house, that is one of few remining in the Village. The survey further states that the building is easily interpreted as being an early Village house. The adjacent land uses, zoning and street classifications are as follows: W. Lockport Street Plainfield, IL Phone (815) Fax (815) Web

3 REPORT TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Page #2 of 4 GIAMBOTTA PIZZA RENOVATIONS 8/15/2018 CASE # COA.FG.SPR North: Townhome Residences (R-3) East: AT&T Building (B-5) South: (B-5); W. Lockport Street (Collector); S. Fox River Street (Local) West: (B-5); Multi-Family Residences (R-4) ANALYSIS Site Plan Review Elevations/ Façade/ Architecture The applicant is proposing exterior modifications of the front (south) elevation of the subject building that includes removing the window awnings, replacing the window panes, painting the siding and shutters, new signage and lighting, widening the front door, and reconfiguring the front patio seating area. Currently, the Volar façade features four black awnings above the windows that the applicant will remove. Initially, the applicant was proposing one large horizontal picture window in place of the three double hung windows on the left side of the entrance. After discussion with the HPC, the plans now include keeping the three window frames and double hung style, and just replacing the panes. The applicant would like more natural light in the dining room, and to provide a clear view of the proposed wood-fired pizza oven to passersby. It is the applicant s intent to update the building for a new commercial business, while retaining the historic residential charm of the building. Currently, the building is a mustard-tan color, and the applicant will paint all elevations white. The black window shutters on the second level of the building will be painted green. The applicant would also like to create a more commercial entrance to the building using two glass paned doors with residential framing. The framing will either be all wood, or painted steel with insulation, dependent on cost. Initially the applicant suggested adding stone that would match the streetscape onto the exposed concrete foundation, but has since decided against that. Lighting/ Signage The applicant has not submitted a photometric plan, as the renovation only includes the southern elevation. Due to the downtown location, the applicant is proposing to install decorative Gooseneck accent lights. The HPC feels that this style of lighting is compatible with the style and time period of the building. The south elevation will also feature a new wall sign and projecting sign that say Giambotta. These signs will require permitting at time of installation. Patio/ Fencing Volar s existing patio encroaches a small amount into the public sidewalk along Lockport Street, so the applicant will push Giambotta s patio back, as shown on the existing and proposed patio plans. The Village was aware of this encroachment, and is comfortable with the proposed

4 REPORT TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Page #3 of 4 GIAMBOTTA PIZZA RENOVATIONS 8/15/2018 CASE # COA.FG.SPR location of seating. The patio will be enclosed by a treated wood lattice fence with stone cladding to match the streetscape, 3ft-10in in height. The ground material of the patio will be concrete stamped with cobblestone texture. An arbor trellis will cover the righthand side of the patio to create a more intimate setting. Plan Commission The Plan Commission discussed the site plan review at its August 7 th meeting where they voted unanimously to recommend approval. The commissioners felt that the COA review by the HPC (discussed below) would provide more direction on the specific window and door alterations. Overall, they felt that the integrity of the building would be intact with the proposed changes. Additionally, there was one public comment in support of the project stating that this [project] is great... and will add charm to the downtown area. Certificate of Appropriateness The Historic Preservation Commission considered this case at its August 9 th meeting. Commissioners felt that the alternations to remove the window awnings, paint the building, add signage, and reconfigure the outdoor patio were all viable modifications. They suggested finding a decorative light fixture that would more represent the time period of the house, which the current proposal does. In addition, they felt that widening the front door frame isn t ideal, but with the right style of door, could be accepted. The HPC was not supportive of the original picture window that was proposed, and felt that it dramatically altered the integrity of the building. Commissioners felt that there are alternatives that could meet the applicant s desire for more interior lighting, and visibility, such as removing the awnings and replacing the window panes. The HPC voted 5-3 to recommend approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness with stipulations that the windows be preserved, lighting be an appropriate style reflective of the time period, the front door be an appropriate style reflective of the time period, and the foundation be covered with Joliet limestone instead of stone to match the streetscape, if the applicant does cover the foundation. The letter of agreement specifies all the style details agreed upon by the HPC and the applicant. CONCLUSION/RECOMMENDATION In conclusion, staff is confident that these modifications will preserve the historic integrity of the building, while modernizing it for a commercial use. Staff would like to note that the applicant has been very receptive to staff and commissioner recommendations, and is open to any further suggestions the Board may have. Staff supports the applicant s proposed exterior modifications, including the site plan review, and certificate of appropriateness. Should the Village Board concur, the following motions are offered for your consideration: Site Plan Review I move we approve the site plan review for Giambotta Pizza located at W. Lockport Street, subject to the following two (2) stipulations: 1. Compliance with the requirements of the Village Engineer; and 2. Compliance with the requirements of the Plainfield Fire Protection District.

5 REPORT TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Page #4 of 4 GIAMBOTTA PIZZA RENOVATIONS 8/15/2018 CASE # COA.FG.SPR Certificate of Appropriateness I move we approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for the proposed exterior modifications of the property commonly known as W. Lockport Street, subject to execution of a Letter of Agreement between the Village, Historic Preservation Commission and the applicant.

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12 Giambotta REVISED SOUTH ELEVATION at STREET REV GIAMBOTTA RESTAURANT FACADE RENOVATION W LOCKPORT ST. - PLAINFIELD, IL ALLEN OLSEN ARCHITECT 21W363 WALNUT ROAD GLEN ELLYN, IL allentolsen@gmail.com c COPYRIGHT 2018

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14 Giambotta REVISED EAST ELEVATION REV GIAMBOTTA RESTAURANT FACADE RENOVATION W LOCKPORT ST. - PLAINFIELD, IL ALLEN OLSEN ARCHITECT 21W363 WALNUT ROAD GLEN ELLYN, IL allentolsen@gmail.com c COPYRIGHT 2018

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